Consumer Protection

BRIEFCASE

April 13, 1989

REORGANIZING. A House subcommittee Wednesday approved a bill to

reorganize the Consumer Product Safety Commission. The bill also would require studies, reports or decisions on a variety of products ranging from cigarette lighters to reclining chairs. The bill was sent to the Energy and Commerce Committee by the consumer protection subcommittee on a voice vote. Among major changes that would be made by the bill is the designation of two members as a quorum when there are only three members. The commission now has only three of its five members because of budget restraints. Among other things, the bill also would require a study of flammability standards for pajamas and nightgowns used by the elderly.